Hiking

Taking your family on an antler hike puts a new twist on spring day hikes and sharpens everyone’s abilities to observe what’s around them…

When you hit the trail in the spring, there really is no telling what kind of conditions you might run into. Rain, cold, wind, hot sun, even snow are…

When you're venturing out into cold and wintery conditions, it's crucial to have a good base layer. As your first layer of protection against cold…

A backpacking trip takes a little more planning during the winter. Colder weather calls for more specialized gear (gloves, ice axe, etc.) as well as…

As the leaves start falling from the trees and the winter chill starts to roll in, the crowds and pesky bugs dissipate from the hiking trails. And if…

Don't let the shorter days and fewer daylight hours of autumn deter you from getting outside for a hike. Packing a headlamp not only keeps you safe…

Fall is a fantastic time for hiking: the weather’s cooler, the foliage is beautiful, and wildlife sighting opportunities abound. This makes…

A day hike doesn't sound like it would require much preparation, but there are a few important things to take note of, plan for, and pack with you…

One of the key qualities to look for in a trail running shoe is support. You want a shoe that will cushion your feet from hard surfaces and prevent…

On Sunday, June 21, we celebrate all things fatherhood. If your dad introduced you to your love of the great outdoors, it's the perfect time to show…

Introducing your child to the great outdoors from a young age helps to develop a positive, lifelong relationship with nature. But with small kids,…

When you hit the trails in warm weather, the last thing you need is overheated, sweat-drenched feet. Choosing the right socks for summer hiking will…

From small towns to big cities, communities throughout the United States have begun putting "social distancing" measures into practice in an attempt…

There is a lot of research backing the notion that hiking is not only good for an individual’s physical health but also their mental and…

There’s no reason for cold temperatures and a little snow to keep you off the trails—not if you have the right boots, anyway. When…